Oculocutaneous albinism

J. F. Okulicz; R. S. Shah; R. A. Schwartz; C. K. Janniger

doi:10.1046/j.1468-3083.2003.00767.x

Oculocutaneous albinism

J. F. Okulicz, R. S. Shah, R. A. Schwartz, C. K. Janniger

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Abstract

Oculocutaneous albinism represents a group of inherited skin disorders characterized by a generalized reduction of cutaneous, ocular and pilar pigmentation from the time of birth. Oculocutaneous albinism types 1 and 2 are the most common, but several other types have been described. A defect in the melanin synthesis pathway, resulting in reduced formation of melanin, is responsible for oculocutaneous albinism. Aetiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and management are discussed.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	251-256
Number of pages	6
Journal	Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
Volume	17
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1046/j.1468-3083.2003.00767.x
State	Published - May 2003
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Genetic disease
Oculocutaneous albinism
Pigment disorder

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